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LIGHT UP DAY
Loxton shines brighter then ever on Light Up Day, our town’s biggest party of the year! Immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit as we celebrate the start of the festive season in Loxton’s vibrant Main Street.
Shops will be open ALL DAY for Christmas shopping from 9am to 8.30pm.
There will be lots of fun for the whole family whilst Santa is visiting in the morning from 10am-1pm, and again when he returns after his siesta from 4pm-8pm.
As the sun sets and the anticipation builds, don’t miss the highlight of this iconic event – the FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR at 9pm on the banks of the Murray River, where the sky will come alive with dazzling colors, marking the official start of Loxton’s magical Christmas Lights Festival.
SHOPS OPEN ALL DAY!
Loxton‘s vibrant village-style retail precinct offers a unique shopping experience with the majority of businesses still family-owned or independently run.
We are proudly local and our businesses are firmly focussed on welcoming everyone to our friendly town.
Shops open Saturday 30th November ALL DAY from 9am to 8:30pm!
VISIT SANTA
Get ready for a truly enchanting experience this Christmas! Santa is coming to Loxton and he’s bringing the magic. Enjoy an unforgettable encounter with Santa himself as he personally presents you with a special Christmas gift! And to ensure the memory lasts a lifetime, a professional photographer will be available should you wish to capture the joyous moment.
Light Up Day, Saturday 30th November
(venue to be confirmed)
10am – 1pm – Morning visit
4pm – 8pm – Evening visit
Professional Photos:
15cm x 10cm – $6 ea
13cm x 18cm – $12 ea
Emailed Digital File – $10 ea
REINDEER ROAD
Get ready for one of the most eagerly awaited activities of Light Up Day: the Reindeer Road adventure! Collect a special bag from the Kids Zone, then embark on a fun quest to collect fantastic FREE surprises from the local businesses marked on your map. It’s a treasure hunt of pure Christmas joy that you won’t want to miss.
Kids Zone is located in East Tce median strip, behind the Loxton Sign (scroll down for map)
Collect Reindeer Bags
10am – 1pm
4pm – 8pm
or until stocks last.
KIDS ZONE CRAFT & ACTIVITIES
The Kids Zone is full of fun with face painting, amusement rides and free craft activities!
Located in East Tce median strip, behind the Loxton Sign the Kids Zone (scroll down for map) is the place to be:
10am – 1pm
4pm – 8pm
FESTIVE FERRIS WHEEL
Take a ride on the Festive Ferris Wheel right in the middle of town and enjoy spectacular views of the Murray River and surrounds by day, or the magic of Loxton’s Christmas Lights by night.
Murray Street crossover, East Terrace (scroll down for map).
Light Up Day
10am – 10pm
Weather permitting.
The Ferris Wheel will stay in Loxton after Light Up Day, for the first week of the Christmas Lights Festival:
– Sunday 1st December 10am – 9pm
– Monday 2nd December – Friday 6th December 6pm – 10pm daily.
– Saturday 7th December 10am – 10pm
TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS MARKET
As the sun starts to set and the stars twinkle, our Twilight Market comes alive with a bustling atmosphere. Explore a curated selection of stalls featuring unique, handcrafted and one-of-a-kind gifts. Find the perfect presents for your loved ones, indulge in a little something special for yourself or simply wander through and enjoy the community atmosphere.
East Terrace central carpark, opposite Koch’s Foodland (scroll down for map)
4.30pm – 9.30pm
Click here for Stallholder Applications or email admin@loxtonchamber.com.au. Applications close 15 November 2024.
MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT AND FIREWORKS!
Gather together with family and friends to enjoy the free entertainment on the main stage where you can raise your glow sticks high and dance and sing along to an awesome Christmas Show!
After the show when the sun sets and the excitement builds, join in as we all count down to launch our FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR which sees the sky come alive with an incredible display of colourful explosions, marking the official start of Loxton’s Christmas Lights Festival.
A truly magical night that will lift your spirits and warm your heart with the joy of Christmas!
River end of East Terrace
From 8pm
Fireworks launched at 9pm
